Dockworker - Forklift Operator | Full-Time & Part-Time

Saia; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 73,068,000 - 83,813,000; Full time

Job summary

Saia is a logistics and transportation company that values its people and customers. This role supports loading/unloading freight, operating forklifts and pallet jacks, and ensuring safety and efficiency across dock operations.

We offer full-time and part-time opportunities with competitive pay and benefits. If you’re 18+, have a HS diploma or GED, and are authorized to work in the United States, you’re ready to go further with Saia.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend English for shipping documents and instructions.

Responsibilities

• Loads and unloads trailers using forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment in compliance with state, federal, and Department of Transportation regulations.
• Operates dock tools to ensure freight is loaded securely and properly, including maintaining straps, bars, air bags, cardboard, and dunnage.
• Loads, recoups, rewraps, and stacks freight as needed.
• Verifies shipments by reading labels and correctly securing freight for both loading and unloading trailers.
• Follows established bill and quality control procedures to ensure timely, claims-free, and cost-efficient shipments.
• Logs, reports, and processes any shortages and damages to freight.
• Promotes and maintains a safe and clean work environment.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Forklift operation

Pallet jack operation

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Saia is a logistics and transportation company that values its people and customers. This role supports loading/unloading freight, operating forklifts and pallet jacks, and ensuring safety and efficiency across dock operations.

We offer full-time and part-time opportunities with competitive pay and benefits. If you’re 18+, have a HS diploma or GED, and are authorized to work in the United States, you’re ready to go further with Saia.